Miqayel Voskanyan

Miqayel Voskanyan is acclaimed improvisational Armenian tar player, composer, bandleader and vocalist based in Armenia creating a distinctive sound in jazz and world music through his innovative performance and original compositions. Miqayel presents a new perspective on the national Armenian instrument by positioning it as a solo and lead instrument beyond traditional folk orchestras and applying innovative performance techniques through multigenre compositions in both solo and group performances. His dedication to advancing Armenian music has led him to modernize the Armenian tar, which had remained unchanged for over a century, bringing new dimensions to its sound and appeal.
Throughout his career, he has formed and led more than five music bands, including Armenia's leading and award-winning ethno fusion and alternative jazz band active since 2011- the @MVF Band , achieving global acclaim in over 30 countries.
Miqayel was the first tar player to perform in UNESCO Hall in Paris. With over 100 original and arranged compositions, Miqayel’s work has been performed across more than 40 countries, on stages at international festivals, and in film scores.
His collaborative performances with esteemed musicians, including Tigran Hamasyan, Jamie Hadad, Marcus Printup, Mike Block, Lenny White, Joe Lowano, Randy Brecker further highlight his commitment to fostering cross-cultural musical dialogue.